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RIIZE Pay Homage to TVXQ With a New Take on “Hug”

The boyband kicks off the new year with a sweet cover of a K-Pop milestone that only needs one listen to be added to your playlist.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloJanuary 19, 2025RIIZE, SM Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

Enjoy “carp bread”: Yes, It’s A Song About Fish Bread, And It’s Precious

Bumjin’s “carp bread” might not be poised to replicate the success of BIBI’s “Bam Yang Gang” last year, but it's precious nonetheless.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloJanuary 5, 2025Bumjin, Indie/UndergroundComment

K-Pop Artists Broaden Their Horizons by Singing Pokémon Anime Themes

K-Pop artists have caught the attention of showrunners for the Pokémon anime, which has featured aespa, IVE, ZEROBASEONE, and NCT WISH singing themes for the latest series in Asia.

Surprise of the WeekJacob Aron LeungDecember 22, 2024aespa, IVE, ZEROBASEONE, NCT WISHComment

Three Festive Songs to Brighten Your Holidays: Car, the garden, Chungha, and Yunsae

It’s the holiday season, and surely, we have all marveled at Seoul’s beauty under the snow, which is featured in countless reels playing “First Snow” by EXO.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloDecember 8, 2024Yunsae, Car the Garden, Kim ChunghaComment

Ahn Yeeun is back with Tales From A Wanderer

A unique voice and an unmistakable blend of old and new: Ahn Yeeun (안예은) is back with Tales From A Wanderer, her latest EP.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloNovember 24, 2024Ahn YeeunComment

Here's How Hitting “30” Sounds, According to Sungjin

All the things he went through in his 20s, as seen when hitting the “30” milestone: that’s what Sungjin’s album 30 is all about.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloNovember 10, 2024Sungjin, DAY6Comment

Sunwoojunga Breaks Free in Beyond [2. White Shade]

On October 18, Sunwoojunga released the second part of her concept album Beyond, titled Beyond [2. White Shade], marking the culmination of her journey towards freedom.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloOctober 27, 2024Sunwoojunga, Indie/UndergroundComment

From Pachinko to Jazz: Minha Kim's Allure Glows in “Letter”

Minha Kim (김민하), the star of Apple TV+ juggernaut K-Drama Pachinko, is not only an outstanding actor but also an excellent singer, as proved in her latest single, “Letter.”

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloOctober 13, 2024Minha Kim, SoloistsComment

Everything About Hwasa’s “O” Is Sizzling Host, And Then Some

It’s clear that with her second mini-album, O, Hwasa intended to leave a mark, and boy, did she nail it once again.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloSeptember 29, 2024Hwasa, MAMAMOOComment

Let’s Go Back in Time with Lee Mujin and SOLE’s Spin on the Iconic K-drama OST “She Is”

Adorable covers of oldies have a charm of their own, and Lee Mujin (이무진) and SOLE (쏠)’s rendition of the iconic K-drama OST “She Is” from the cult classic My Lovely Samsoon is proof of that.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloSeptember 15, 2024Lee Mujin, SOLEComment

Drift Away In The Otherworldly Atmospheres of Jung Jinwoo's Album ATOM

Are you up for the cosmic journey into Jung Jinwoo’s ATOM?

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloSeptember 1, 2024Jung Jinwoo, K-hiphop/R&BComment

LUCY’s Comeback EP FROM. Has The Energy to Shake up Your Summer

LUCY’s unique flavor is here to shake up our summer.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloAugust 18, 2024LUCY, BandsComment

NIve’s “TMI” is Going to Get Stuck in Your Head

NIve (니브) is back with a new mini-album, THE INFORMATION, which has everything it takes to get stuck in your head right after the first listen

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloAugust 4, 2024NIve, SoloistsComment

WAKER’s “Vanilla Choco Shake” is a Sweet Treat in the Heat of Summer

Korean band WAKER’s comeback album Sweet Tape and the title song “Vanilla Choco Shake” are just the perfect treat in the heat of summer.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloJuly 21, 2024WAKER, BandsComment

Let Your Wounds Be Healed By Lazybone’s “Nabiya”

Don’t be scared by the destructive cat: Lazybone’s (레이지본) latest song “Nabiya” is all but menacing.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloJuly 7, 2024Lazybone, BandsComment

Lee Youngji’s “Small girl (feat. D.O.)” : Come for the Song, Stay for the Video

Rapper Lee Youngji (이영지) secures a noteworthy collaboration: it’s none other than EXO's D.O.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloJune 23, 2024Lee Youngji, D.O.Comment

AKMU, Korea’s Most Beloved Siblings, Are Back and Their Latest Single “Hero” is Poised to be Yet Another Hit

AKMU released their third EP, LOVE EPISODE, along with their latest single, “Hero,” and the success among the public was immediate.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloJune 9, 2024AKMUComment

Wonstein’s Latest Single “Han River 220625” is Here to Take You Straight to Seoul

Need a song that instantly transports you to Seoul? Then Wonstein’s latest single, “Han River 220625” (“한 River 220625”) is the tune you’re looking for.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloMay 26, 2024WonsteinComment